Nancy Motes, the half-sister of Julia Roberts and Eric Roberts, has been found dead of an apparent drug overdose.

In a statement released today, Julia's rep revealed the untimely fate of her 37-year-old sister:

"It is with deep sadness that the family of Nancy Motes… confirms that she was found dead in Los Angeles yesterday of an apparent drug overdose. There is no official report from the Coroner's office yet. The family is both shocked and devastated."

Julia decided not to attend today's Oscars luncheon to be with her family in the wake of this devastating news.

We continue to pray for all those directly impacted by this unfortunate passing.

Yes, disturbing deaths lately due to drug use… but have you asked yourselves why?
PAPARAZZIs, STOP STALKING and maybe one day they won't feel the need to get high and be brave in front of your cameras!

Shane Redway -- a Canadian rapper and close friend of Drake's -- was killed early Saturday morning in a car crash. He was just 26 years old.

Redway and two others were killed when their car lost control, struck a guardrail and burst into flames. The crash occurred around 4am outside Pearson International Airport in Toronto. It's unclear who was behind the wheel. Police are investigating the crash.

Drake took to Instagram to remember Redway, posting two different tributes.